Phi (Noun)
Meaning
The 21st letter of the Greek alphabet.
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
Examples
- The mathematician used the letter phi to represent the golden ratio in her equation.
- In Greek, the letter phi is often used as a symbol for philosophy.
- The artist carefully inscribed the letter phi into the design of the ancient Greek vase.
- The fraternity's name, Phi Beta Kappa, is derived from the Greek alphabet.
- The architect used the proportions of phi to create a sense of balance and harmony in the building's design.